Angela's Au Pair in America Blog

S’mores – The quintessential summer treat!  The origin of S’mores dates back to the 1920’s and is believed to have been created by the Campfire Girls.

How to make S’mores:

Ingredients for one s’more:

• Chocolate candy bar, ex. Hershey’s or Dairy Milk
• Honey Graham Crackers
• Marshmallows

Instructions:

• Break off a square of graham cracker
• Add a piece of chocolate
• Toast a large marshmallow over the campfire
• Put the hot marshmallow on the chocolate
• Top it with another graham cracker so it makes a sandwich
• Enjoy!

Note: You can also make S’mores in the microwave. Just put all the ingredients together as described above and pop them into the microwave on high for 15 to 20 seconds.

Babies like to watch and listen, so narrate your day, talk to the baby all day long.  Make sure the baby can see what the surroundings; they also like to look at pictures. Look at a photo album with them, or read a picture book together.

Travel- Scheduling

If your au pair travels with your family as part of her child care responsibilities; it is strongly recommended that a schedule be discussed in advance. Think about how you will divide child care responsibilities between you and the au pair. Remember that the au pair may need orienting to a new setting and that you are responsible for her lodging and meals while she is traveling with you.

Downsizing your portions. How much you eat is as important as what you eat.  The US is known for its “supersizing”, especially in restaurants.  It is Ok to ask for a to-go box and take home that food you couldn’t finish at the restaurant.

Our April Cluster Meeting found us Bowling at Lore’s Lanes in New Milford. It was a lot of fun with some Au Pairs really showing off some talent! Bowling is also a great idea for a rainy day with school-aged children or even with older pre-schoolers. Area bowling alleys include: Lore’s Lanes in New Milford; Thomaston Lanes; Sports Center of Connecticut in Shelton; and Lakewood Lanes in Waterbury.